Maintenance Power Engineer 4th/MW5 - (223171)

Island Health; Ladysmith; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Cowichan Valley is looking for a building systems operator. The role involves operating, maintaining, and repairing equipment, performing construction tasks, and supervising staff. The ideal candidate must have a 4th Class Power Engineer certification and is expected to communicate effectively and organize work efficiently. This position emphasizes safety and quality improvement in alignment with the organization's values.

Qualifications

• Three years recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair building systems and equipment.
• Perform trade duties in various construction trades.
• Carry out building demolition and renovation tasks.
• Supervise designated staff and carry out related administrative duties.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability to perform duties

Work organization

Equipment operation

Blueprint interpretation

Education

Graduation from recognized program in power engineering

Certificate of competency as 4th Class Power Engineer

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager or designate, operates, maintains, and repairs building systems and equipment. Performs trade duties approaching the journeyman level in one or a variety of construction trade areas. Works on building demolition, renovation, and construction tasks, and may be used for building system operation, maintenance and grounds maintenance. Carries out related administrative duties and supervises designated staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from a recognized program in power engineering. Three (3) years recent related experience; or

a equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Certificate of competency as 4th Class Power Engineer.

Skills And Abilities

• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Deals with others effectively.
• Physically able to carry out the duties of the position.
• Organizes work.
• Operates related equipment.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and drawings.